Event Photography Services Under SAC Code 998383
Event Photography Services cover live functions such as weddings, conferences, launches and social gatherings. Clients use these services to document key moments and create photo or video records of important events.
SAC 998383 is used when the main work relates to event photography and videography services for weddings and corporate events It is meant for professional assignments where the photographer or studio takes responsibility for planning, execution and delivery as per the client brief.
In practical terms, projects under this SAC often include areas like wedding event photography, event videography services. Using SAC 998383 for such jobs keeps the service description and GST classification aligned with the nature of the assignment
Event Photography Services GST Rate for SAC Code 998383
From a GST point of view, event photography services are treated as supply of services. The taxable value usually includes fees for shoot planning, on site work, editing, retouching and any bundled deliverables billed under the same assignment.
After the September 2025 GST revision, photography and related creative services that are not specifically exempt continue under the standard 18% slab. Business clients can generally claim input tax credit where these services support their taxable activities and proper documentation is maintained.
The table below sets out the current standard GST rate for SAC code 998383.
| Code | Description | Old GST Rate (till 21 Sep 2025) |
New GST Rate (from 22 Sep 2025) |
Notes on change / inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 998383 | Event photography and event videography services | 18% with ITC | 18% with ITC | Wedding and event photo/video services are normally billed at 18% GST; this continues after the rate restructuring. |
In day to day billing, studios and freelancers providing event photography services should charge 18% GST on taxable fees, mention SAC 998383 on invoices and keep this code consistent in their GST records so that creative income is easy to track.
Explore Other SAC Codes Under 9983
SAC 998383 falls under heading 9983, which groups specialised technical and creative services such as surveying, exploration, weather services and professional photography or imaging work.
These are the main related six-digit SAC codes under 9983.
For the 9983 group, this code will usually apply where the main assignment is clearly event photography services. Other codes in the heading should be used when the work fits their described activity more closely.
Conclusion
This code is meant for event photography services where clients hire professionals for planned shoots or post production work. The code is generally taxed at 18% under GST, and using it consistently with the correct rate in % helps both service providers and clients keep photography related billing and GST positions clear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is SAC code 998383 in GST for event photography services?
SAC 998383 covers event photography and videography, including weddings, corporate events, conferences, brand activations and parties. It includes planning, on site shooting and basic editing or highlight films delivered to the client as agreed.
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Does SAC 998383 cover wedding and corporate event photography and videography?
Yes, full coverage of wedding ceremonies, receptions, annual days, product launches and other events generally falls under 998383. The service can be billed as packages with albums, edited videos and online galleries for guests or participants.
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What GST rate applies to event photography under SAC 998383?
Event photography and videography services classified under SAC 998383 are usually taxed at 18% GST. Any bundled supply of albums, prints or digital deliverables forms part of the same taxable service in most cases, with the standard rate applying.
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Should photographers bill full wedding packages using SAC 998383?
Yes, wedding and event specialists typically use SAC 998383 for their packages. If they separately sell albums or frames as goods, those supplies may need appropriate HSN codes, though often they are treated as part of one composite event service.
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Can businesses claim ITC on GST paid for SAC 998383 when events are for business purposes?
For corporate events like conferences, launches or training programmes linked to taxable business, ITC on event photography may be allowed. For purely personal events, such as private weddings of owners, ITC is not allowed, even if the business pays the invoice.